Buyer

BlueGate Consulting; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueGate Consulting seeks an experienced Buyer to join the Purchasing department in Huntingdon. The role focuses on sourcing electronic components for production and new product introductions within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

You will work with franchised distributors and alternative sources, issue RFQs, manage supplier responses, and monitor supplier performance to minimise risk. Strong organisation and initiative are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience buying electronic components.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Experience with Syspro would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing components based on forecast demand and usage data
• Issuing RFQs and collating supplier responses
• Placing orders through franchised distribution in line with supplier lead times
• Sourcing from alternative suppliers to fill supply gaps
• Obtaining order acknowledgements and filing them appropriately
• Reporting on purchasing progress, risks and supply issues
• Supporting new projects and attending NPI meetings when required
• Deputising for the Purchasing Manager when needed
• Supporting Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues

Skills

Electronics purchasing

Supplier relationships

MS Office (Word/Excel)

NPI support

Syspro experience

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Buyer - Electronic - Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.

Our client, based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, is a well-established leader in design and manufacturing. With over thirty years of expertise, they supply their products globally through carefully chosen distributors and partners.

They are looking to expand their team by seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Purchasing department. This is a crucial role within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment, where the Buyer will be responsible for sourcing and supplying electronic components necessary for production and new product introductions. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a skilled Buyer to play a significant role in enhancing production, launching new products, and improving supplier performance within a well-established electronics manufacturing company.

The successful candidate will have experience in an electronic component supply chain and will be confident in sourcing strategically important parts based on forecast demand, usage data, and production requirements. You will work with franchised distributors, alternative sources and, where appropriate, the grey market to help secure stock and minimise supply risks.

This role would suit someone who is commercially aware, well organised, and able to work on their own initiative in a fast-moving environment.

The Buyer will be responsible for:

• Sourcing components based on forecast demand and average usage data
• Issuing RFQs and collating supplier responses
• Placing orders through franchised distribution in line with supplier lead times
• Sourcing from alternative suppliers to fill supply gaps where required
• Obtaining order acknowledgements and ensuring they are filed appropriately
• Reporting regularly on purchasing progress, risks and supply issues
• Supporting new projects and attending NPI meetings when required
• Deputising for the Purchasing Manager when needed
• Supporting the Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues

The ideal Buyer will have:

• Experience working in a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment
• Experience buying electronic components
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• The ability to build relationships quickly with suppliers and internal teams
• Experience of Syspro would be a distinct advantage.